Provoked

71. Overcoming the Fear of Sharing the Gospel With Loved Ones

apologiachurch@gmail.com (Zack Morgan) — Wed, 28 Aug 2024 22:58:04 +0000

In this week's episode, Jake and Desi sit down with Greg Moore of the Dead Men Walking podcast and discuss practical ways of overcoming the fear of sharing the gospel with your unsaved family and friends. We hope it blesses you.

70. Exposing False Teachers: Steven Furtick

apologiachurch@gmail.com (Zack Morgan) — Wed, 14 Aug 2024 23:40:38 +0000

Zack, Desi, and Jake are back! Tune in to hear more about the dangerous teaching of Steven Furtick, as well as a new segment on how not to evangelize.

69. The Holy Nope W/Austin Keeler

apologiachurch@gmail.com (Zack Morgan) — Wed, 29 May 2024 19:00:00 +0000

Zack, Desi, and Jake are joined by Austin Keeler (creator of The Holy Nope) to talk about calling out false teaching and the way the Lord is blessing his ministry. Check out The Holy Nope... https://www.youtube.com/@holynope

68. Should Women Street Preach?

apologiachurch@gmail.com (Zack Morgan) — Wed, 15 May 2024 19:00:00 +0000

Can women evangelize? What about preaching “from the box” in the open air? Zack, Desi, and Jake are joined by Marcus Pittman to discuss a hotly debated topic.

67. Being a Light in a Dark Place w/ Pastor Zack Gilman

apologiachurch@gmail.com (Zack Morgan) — Wed, 24 Apr 2024 20:33:16 +0000

Zack and Desi sit down with Pastor Zack Gilman of San Diego Reformed Church, as he explains what it's like leading a faithful church in California.

66. The Idol of Celebrity Pastors

apologiachurch@gmail.com (Zack Morgan) — Wed, 10 Apr 2024 19:00:00 +0000

What are the dangers of placing pastors on too high of a pedestal? What is the right way to honor pastors without idolizing them? Join Zack, Desi, and Jake as they discuss this crucial issue.

65. Engaging a Roman Catholic on Justification

apologiachurch@gmail.com (Zack Morgan) — Wed, 13 Mar 2024 20:36:12 +0000

How can a sinner have peace with God? Fundamentally, Catholics and Protestants will give different answers to this question. In this episode, Jake is joined by a friend and devout Roman Catholic, Trey Brock, to define and discuss the Catholic and Protestant understandings of justification. We hope you will be challenged and encouraged.

64. Rome’s Gospel & The Biblical Gospel W/James White

apologiachurch@gmail.com (Zack Morgan) — Wed, 28 Feb 2024 20:31:51 +0000

What are some key differences between the gospel according to Rome and the biblical Gospel? Zack, Desi, and Jake are joined by Dr. James White to hear his thoughts after decades of ministry to Roman Catholics.

63. Weirdoism in the Church

apologiachurch@gmail.com (Zack Morgan) — Wed, 14 Feb 2024 19:00:00 +0000

How should Christians deal with some of the strange words, songs, noises, and teachings that happen during church services in our day? Zack, Desi, and Jake discuss some of the weird things that happen and how to stay rooted in the truth.

62. The Idol of False Piety

apologiachurch@gmail.com (Zack Morgan) — Wed, 24 Jan 2024 19:23:39 +0000

Description: What is false piety? How do Christians over-emphasize certain issues, and what is the impact of this on the church? Zack, Desi, and Jake talk about this critical but overlooked topic.

61. Passive False Teachers

apologiachurch@gmail.com (Zack Morgan, Jake Bull, Desi Maes) — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 19:46:09 +0000

Can someone teach what is false only by what they say, or also by what the consistently do not say? Zack, Desi, and Jake dive into this topic and the effects that come from teachers who persistently fail to teach the “whole counsel of God” (Acts 20:27).

60. Abortionist Dies During a Tornado w/Jordan Sweezer

apologiachurch@gmail.com (Jake Bull, Zack Morgan, Desi Maes) — Thu, 7 Dec 2023 00:49:08 +0000

Zack, Desi, and Jake are joined by Jordan Sweezer—a missionary through OneLife for Life in Michigan. Jordan recounts the story of how God shut down a mill in a miraculous way where only He can get the glory.

59. Ruts and Valleys W/Nancy Wilson & Summer Jaeger

apologiachurch@gmail.com (Zack Morgan) — Wed, 6 Sep 2023 13:00:00 +0000

In this week's episode, Desi sits down with Nancy Wilson and Summer Jaeger as they discuss staying steady in the Lord in times of trouble.

58. Homosexuality & Dealing with the “Clobber Passages”

apologiachurch@gmail.com (Zack Morgan) — Wed, 9 Aug 2023 19:00:00 +0000

Desi, Jake, and Zach Conover discuss and refute a phrase some pastors have used to describe the places in Scripture that speak to homosexuality.

57. Exposing the Dark World of IVF

apologiachurch@gmail.com (Zack Morgan) — Wed, 21 Jun 2023 19:03:10 +0000

Zack, Desi, and Jake sit down with Marcus Pittman of LOOR TV and Laura Klassen of Choice42 to discuss their latest project “Build-A-Baby”, and the dark world of In Vitro Fertilization.

56. Mark and Avoid: Todd Bentley

apologiachurch@gmail.com (Zack Morgan) — Wed, 14 Jun 2023 19:00:00 +0000

In this episode Zack, Jake, and Desi warn the church of the dangerous teachings of Canadian “Evangelist” Todd Bentley.

55. Exposing False Teachers: Mike Todd

apologiachurch@gmail.com (Zack Morgan) — Wed, 31 May 2023 19:00:21 +0000

Zack, Desi, and Jake discuss the subtle but harmful teachings of Mike Todd at Transformation Church, and the need for biblical discernment when listening to popular teachers.

#54 - How to Share the Gospel in Everyday Life

apologiachurch@gmail.com (Zack Morgan) — Wed, 17 May 2023 21:18:46 +0000

This week Zack, Desi, and Jake talk about the importance of evangelism in everyday life, and encourage believers with practical ways to share the gospel.

#53 - Destroying the Idol of “Niceness”

apologiachurch@gmail.com (Zack Morgan) — Wed, 3 May 2023 19:00:00 +0000

Zack, Desi, and Jake discuss the idol of niceness and the importance of not sacrificing truth on the alter of tolerance.

#52 - Exposing False Teachers: Kenneth Copeland

apologiachurch@gmail.com (Zack Morgan) — Wed, 5 Apr 2023 19:31:37 +0000

This week we take a look into Kenneth Copeland, an incredibly popular wolf in sheep's clothing. If we don't point out the wolves, they'll continue to victimize the sheep.

#51 - Critiquing the Seeker Sensitive Movement

apologiachurch@gmail.com (Zack Morgan) — Wed, 22 Mar 2023 19:00:00 +0000

Desi and Zack are joined by Jake Bull for a balanced and biblical analysis of the Seeker Sensitive Movement.

#50 - Humble Baby-Rescuer W/John Barros

apologiachurch@gmail.com (Zack Morgan) — Wed, 8 Mar 2023 19:27:29 +0000

The team is more than privileged to be speaking with their mentor and hero in the faith, John Barros. John has been working to rescue babies for the past 20 years and shares invaluable insights about effective baby saving ministry.

#49 - Evangelism: Attacks From the Outside & From Within W/Dennis Sarfate & Bobby McCreery

apologiachurch@gmail.com (Zack Morgan) — Wed, 15 Feb 2023 18:10:51 +0000

While Zack is out, Desi is joined by Dennis Sarfate and Bobby McCreery as they discuss Bobby’s upcoming sports outreach event and handling spiritual attacks from the enemy both from the outside and from within.

#47 - From Atheist to Bible Re-Binder W/Jon Holladay

apologiachurch@gmail.com (Zack Morgan) — Wed, 14 Dec 2022 19:06:48 +0000

Zack and Desi sit down with former atheist Jon Holiday as he shares his testimony and discusses his work in Bible rebinding. Zack and Desi also discuss their prayers and goals for 2023 for Provoked.

#46 - Faithful Servant - Interview with Sherry Pierce

apologiachurch@gmail.com (desi maes, zack morgan) — Wed, 9 Nov 2022 20:15:53 +0000

While Pastor Zack is out Desi was blessed to sit down with Sherry Pierce as she shared her testimony and experience and wisdom in evangelism and ministry and the abortion mill.

#45 - How to share the Gospel with LDS Neighbors w/ Pastor Wade Orsini

apologiachurch@gmail.com (Zack Morgan) — Thu, 27 Oct 2022 00:08:00 +0000

Desi and Zack are joined with Pastor Wade Orsini from Apologia Church Utah. Living and ministering in SLC, Pastor Wade is full of rich wisdom on how to effectively and lovingly reach the LDS.

Picking The Brains of Great Pastors w/Luke Pierson

apologiachurch@gmail.com (Zack Morgan) — Wed, 12 Oct 2022 19:00:00 +0000

Desi and Zack spend time with The Bear as he shares his testimony and gold nuggets of rich biblical insight and pastoral wisdom.

#43 - Arrows for the Kingdom W/Nancy Wilson & Joy Hunter

apologiachurch@gmail.com (Zack Morgan) — Wed, 14 Sep 2022 22:21:56 +0000

This week Joy Hunter of Sheologians guests hosts while Pastor Zack is out. Desi and Joy sit down with Nancy Wilson as she shares her testimony and wisdom on how faithfulness really begins in the home.

#42 - A Gentle Giant of the Faith W/Ray Comfort

apologiachurch@gmail.com (Zack Morgan) — Wed, 24 Aug 2022 19:05:07 +0000

In this episode Zack and Desi have the honor of interviewing one of their heroes of the faith: Ray Comfort.

#41 - Provoked with Eddie Roman

apologiachurch@gmail.com (Zack Morgan) — Wed, 10 Aug 2022 20:26:25 +0000

Zack and Desi talk with Eddie Roman as he shares his incredible testimony, life as a pro BMX rider, how God saved him, what it’s like working for Living Waters, and more recently his son Jesse’s miraculous journey after a devastating car accident.

#40 - Italy: How to Evangelize in a Tough Environment

apologiachurch@gmail.com (Zack Morgan) — Wed, 20 Jul 2022 19:41:52 +0000

For this episode we are joined by Pastor Jesse Schreck. A faithful missionary in Italy, who teaches us how to effectively evangelize in a nation hardened to the gospel message.

#39 - How to Be a Faithful Witness During “Pride Month”

apologiachurch@gmail.com (Zack Morgan) — Wed, 22 Jun 2022 19:18:48 +0000

Zack and Desi are joined once again by brother Juan Riesco as he shares an update from his last interview. They also discuss how to faithfully witness during Pride Month.

#38 - How to Spot Harmful Spiritual Leaders W/Cultish

apologiachurch@gmail.com (Zack Morgan) — Wed, 11 May 2022 19:10:00 +0000

Zack and Desi sit down with Jeremiah Roberts and Andrew Soncrant of the Cultish podcast, and discuss the topic of narcissism, particularly in the area of cult leaders and in the pastorate.

#36 - Evangelism: The Good, the Bad, & the Ugly

apologiachurch@gmail.com (Zack Morgan) — Wed, 30 Mar 2022 19:00:00 +0000

In this episode Zack and Desi review videos of different evangelists, and discuss what's biblical and what isn't.

Heroic Courage W/Emily Fort & Madelyn Dorr

apologiachurch@gmail.com (Zack Morgan) — Wed, 23 Feb 2022 19:00:00 +0000

In this episode Zack and Desi sit down with Emily Fort and Madelyn Dorr from WeSavedOurMom.com . They explain how after being told their mom had hours to live, they and their siblings did something incredible and saved her from dying from C19. Please listen and share! https://wesavedourmom.com/

What Happened to Biblical Evangelism?

apologiachurch@gmail.com (Zack Morgan) — Wed, 12 Jan 2022 19:00:00 +0000

Zack and Desi sit down with Matt De Jesus and Oscar Dunlap of the 2 Witnesses Podcast, and talk about the dire need for biblical evangelism and why it’s a rarity here in the states.

Learning How to Rescue Babies From a Master

apologiachurch@gmail.com (Zack Morgan, Desi Maes) — Wed, 8 Dec 2021 23:09:39 +0000

We're so pleased to be joined by Scott Hord and talk about how to be more effective baby rescuers. Scott's ministry has saved hundreds and hundreds of babies from a cruel death at Planned Parenthood.

Faithfulness in All Seasons of Life w/ Rachel Comfort Zwayne

apologiachurch@gmail.com (Desi Maes, Rachel Zwayne) — Wed, 27 Oct 2021 20:10:13 +0000

While Zack is out Desi chats with Rachel Zwayne as she shares her testimony of growing up as Ray Comfort’s daughter, life now as wife to EZ, Mom, and Grandma, and her heart to encourage and point wives and mothers to Christ through her “Joyful Mothers” group.

Creating Christian Media for the Glory of God W/Marcus Pittman

apologiachurch@gmail.com (Zack Morgan) — Fri, 24 Sep 2021 22:16:52 +0000

Zack and Desi are joined by Marcus Pittman as they discuss his streaming service LOOR and how Christian movies shouldn’t suck. Check out LOOR at... https://www.loor.tv/

Bold As Lions: Interview with Laura Klassen of Choice42

apologiachurch@gmail.com (Zack Morgan) — Wed, 8 Sep 2021 19:00:00 +0000

Zack and Desi sit down with Laura Klassen as she shares her testimony and what it’s like fighting for the preborn in Canada. You can follow Laura Klassens work at... https://www.choice42.com

Provoked w/ Sheologians: Why Feminism is Poison and importance of feasting on the Word - Part 2

apologiachurch@gmail.com (Sheologians, Desi Maes) — Wed, 25 Aug 2021 19:00:00 +0000

Part 2: While Zack is out Desi is joined by Joy Hunter and Summer Jaeger of Sheologians as they discuss their testimony’s, motherhood, evangelism, feminism, and the dire importance of daily Bible reading.

Provoked w/ Sheologians: Why Feminism is Poison and importance of feasting on the Word - Part 1

apologiachurch@gmail.com (Desi Maes, Sheologians) — Wed, 11 Aug 2021 20:46:01 +0000

This week while Zack is out Desi is joined by Joy Hunter and Summer Jaeger of Sheologians as they discuss their testimony’s, motherhood, evangelism, feminism, and the dire importance of daily Bible reading. This is Part 1 of 2.

Should Christians Be Involved In Politics?-Interview w/ Don Maes

apologiachurch@gmail.com (desi maes, zack Morgan) — Wed, 7 Jul 2021 20:57:39 +0000

Zack and Desi are joined by Don Maes as they discuss Christian involvement in the realm of politics.

How to Witness to False Converts in Your Life

apologiachurch@gmail.com (Zack Morgan) — Thu, 24 Jun 2021 20:16:22 +0000

In this episode Zack and Desi discuss the difficult but necessary task of witnessing to false converts in your life.

The Raw Truth About Abortion Mill Ministry w/ John Barros

apologiachurch@gmail.com (john barros, zack morgan, desi maes) — Wed, 9 Jun 2021 19:14:43 +0000

Zack and Desi interview with their hero of the faith John Barros as he discusses the raw truth about his years of ministry at the abortion mill.

Debate with Atheist

apologiachurch@gmail.com (Zack Morgan) — Wed, 26 May 2021 18:55:00 +0000

Tune into our great conversational debate we had with Marc Auger. We lovingly challenged Marc to make sense of his worldview and account for those necessary realities that make knowledge possible. Tell us how you think it went.

Laughing Without Fear of the Future

apologiachurch@gmail.com (Zack Morgan) — Wed, 5 May 2021 18:55:00 +0000

In this episode Zack and Desi discuss current events and the importance of being joyful in the midst of life’s battles.

What Happens When You Don’t Bow to the Woke Mob & BLM(W/Juan Riesco of Nini’s Cafe)

apologiachurch@gmail.com (Zack Morgan) — Wed, 7 Apr 2021 18:55:00 +0000

In this episode Zack and Desi speak with Juan Riesco as he shares his testimony, and recounts his experience with BLM, and how they ran him and his family out of town and destroyed his successful restaurant.

The Importance of Biblical Manhood with Dusty Marshall.

apologiachurch@gmail.com (Zack Morgan, Desi Maes) — Thu, 4 Mar 2021 02:21:55 +0000

On this episode Zack and Desi are joined by Dusty Marshall with Irregular 4 Christ Ministries as they discuss the importance and the dire need for Biblical manhood in our current culture. Join us in this most important discussion as we trigger feminists and derelict men alike.

Evangelizing the Pews: False Prophets and False Converts in America

apologiachurch@gmail.com (Desi Maes, Zack Morgan) — Wed, 17 Feb 2021 18:55:00 +0000

Zack and Desi are back at it discussing the current state of the nation. How can we witness to false converts and false prophets? Listen in and be provoked to love our neighbors by bringing them the hope of the gospel!

Riot Evangelism w/ Pastor Joel Webbon

apologiachurch@gmail.com (Zack Morgan) — Wed, 13 Jan 2021 20:16:36 +0000

In this episode Desi takes the lead w/ Pastor Zack out. Isaac Banegas from Apologia Studios fills in as co-host and they have with them Pastor Joel Webbon. Pastor Joel provides commentary on current events in Washington while also speaking about our Evangelism amidst the chaos. Should our methods change? And where do we turn for direction? Listen to get the answer to these questions and more!

Pro Choicer Changes His Mind!

apologiachurch@gmail.com (Zack Morgan, Desi Maes) — Wed, 9 Dec 2020 18:55:00 +0000

Zack and Desi are pleased to have Juan Bustos on the program debating pro life related issues. Amazingly, Juan changes his mind! This is a must listen.

Confronting False Christianity w/ Special Guest - Dennis Sarfate

apologiachurch@gmail.com (Zack Morgan, Desi Maes) — Wed, 11 Nov 2020 19:15:18 +0000

On this episode, Zack and Desi welcome Dennis Sarafate and discuss how to evangelize in tough places and confront the pandemic of false Christianity. Listen in!

Provoking Topics That Might Get You Punched in The Face

apologiachurch@gmail.com (Zack Morgan, Desi Maes) — Wed, 28 Oct 2020 18:55:00 +0000

On this episode Zack and Desi discuss current events and provoking topics that might get you punched in the face.

Encouraging And Challenging Young Pastors and Missionaries - Part 2

apologiachurch@gmail.com (Zack Morgan) — Wed, 14 Oct 2020 18:52:03 +0000

Zack sits down again with Pastor Zach Conover from Apologia Kauai and Pastor Luke Pierson to encourage and challenge pastors and missionaries preparing themselves for ministry.

Encouraging And Challenging Young Pastors and Missionaries - Part 1

apologiachurch@gmail.com (Zachary Conover, Zack Morgan, Luke Pierson) — Sat, 19 Sep 2020 17:00:01 +0000

We’re crazy thankful to have Pastor Luke Pierson and Pastor Zachary Conover (home for some rest from the island of Kauai) on this episode. Pastor Zach is a young missionary/pastor and has learned some timeless insights and helpful challenges for young men pursuing the pastorate and mission field. This is a must listen!

One of the Most Important Sermons You Need to Hear

apologiachurch@gmail.com (Jeff Durbin, Desi Maes, Zack Morgan) — Wed, 2 Sep 2020 18:58:44 +0000

Part 2: Destroying Cultural Idols: Idol of Pride w/ Luke Pierson

apologiachurch@gmail.com (Zack Morgan, Luke Pierson, Desi Maes) — Wed, 19 Aug 2020 18:55:20 +0000

Zack and Desi are joined by Pastor Luke as they continue their discussion on cultural idols. In this episode they dissect the idol of pride and why it’s so destructive.

Part 1 : Destroying Damnable Cultural Idols w/ Luke Pierson

apologiachurch@gmail.com (Zack Morgan, Desi Maes, Luke Pierson) — Wed, 5 Aug 2020 19:01:41 +0000

Desi and Zack are joined with Pastor Luke and hammer down on some common, but not widely discussed, cultural idols that are doing great damage to the greater American Evangelical Church. Any good idol is a destroyed idol.

Part 2: All things Evangelism with Bobby McCreery

apologiachurch@gmail.com (Desi Maes, Bobby McCreery, Zack Morgan) — Wed, 22 Jul 2020 18:55:08 +0000

Zack and Desi continue their discussion with Bobby McCreery as they dig deep into all things evangelism.

Part 1 : All Things Evangelism w/ Bobby McCreery

apologiachurch@gmail.com (Bobby McCreery, Desi Maes, Zack Morgan) — Wed, 8 Jul 2020 18:55:21 +0000

In Part 1 Zack and Desi are joined by Evangelist Bobby McCreery as they discuss all things evangelism. What is the biblical definition of evangelism? Who is called to evangelize? How has the American Evangelical church redefined evangelism? Can you preach the gospel without words?

Engaging an Atheist w/ Pastor Jeff Durbin

apologiachurch@gmail.com (Desi Maes, Zack Morgan, Jeff Durbin) — Wed, 24 Jun 2020 18:55:13 +0000

In this episode Zack and Desi are joined by Pastor Jeff Durbin who demonstrates how to engage a self proclaimed Atheist, Quentin Silva.

Debating Pro-Choicer Bill Rooney - Part 2

apologiachurch@gmail.com (Zack Morgan, Desi Maes) — Wed, 27 May 2020 19:00:39 +0000

In this episode Zack and Desi continue their discussion with pro choicer Bill Rooney and the issue of morality.

Responding to The Rape Exception

apologiachurch@gmail.com (Zack Morgan) — Wed, 13 May 2020 19:04:09 +0000

On this episode Zack and Desi respond to “K” as she tells her story of her pregnancy that was a result of a horrible situation. As Christians it is crucial that we need to know how to biblically, consistently, and lovingly discuss this sensitive subject.

Part 1 : How to Discuss and Debate Abortion

apologiachurch@gmail.com (Desi Maes, Zack Morgan) — Wed, 29 Apr 2020 19:00:06 +0000

In this episode Zack and Desi open up talking about Corona Virus and our source of peace, then dialog (the first of a two part discussion) with pro choice advocate Bill Rooney in hopes to equip the church on how to lovingly dialog and share the gospel with our pro choice neighbors.

Dismantling Common and Stupid Pro-Choice Arguments

apologiachurch@gmail.com (Zack Morgan, Desi Maes) — Wed, 15 Apr 2020 19:18:08 +0000

In this episode Zack and Desi dismantle common pro choice argumentation and talk about the importance of not being a clanging cymbal

Poking People in the Idols Since 2020: Who We Are and the Purpose of the Show

apologiachurch@gmail.com (Desi Maes, Zack Morgan) — Tue, 31 Mar 2020 01:37:40 +0000

Zack and Desi introduce themselves, share their testimonies and explain the purpose of the show.